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Islamabad, April 30
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday announced a development package of Rs 370 billion for Gilgit-Baltistan to help its youth through skill development initiatives and transform the region into a top tourism destination.
Khan visited the region’s capital Gilgit along with Cabinet ministers and addressed a gathering attended by lawmakers of Gilgit-Baltistan and supporters of Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf party to unveil the package.
“We are announcing a package of Rs 370 billion for Gilgit-Baltistan to be reimbursed over the next five years,” he said.
Khan said the investment in tourism could transform the region of Gilgit-Baltistan as it was twice the size of Switzerland and more beautiful than the small European country known as a haven for tourists.
Pakistan PM Imran Khan announces Rs 370 billion development package for Gilgit-Baltistan
Khan said Gilgit-Baltistan was the best place for food processing factories and hydropower projects, promising to invest in these sectors.
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday announced a development package of Rs 370 billion for Gilgit-Baltistan to help its youth through skill development initiatives and transform the region into a top tourism destination.
Khan visited the region s capital Gilgit along with cabinet ministers and addressed a gathering attended by lawmakers of Gilgit-Baltistan and supporters of Khan s Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf party to unveil the package.
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